The Community School Fall 2016

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For Questions: Laine Allen laine.allen@windermereprep.com 407.617.0864 cell 407.905.7737 ext. 3264 office

wAttached please find the roster of classes offered for the Fall 2016 session of The Community School.

wAll registrations MUST be submitted by Tuesday, September 6th.

wChecks are made payable to WPS. Please include your child’s name on the memo line.

wA completed registration form FOR EACH CLASS and EACH CHILD MUST be submitted with individual checks for each class/child. Additional forms can be found and printed out from SKYWARD or are available in the offices.

wFORMS TURNED IN WITH MULTIPLE CLASSES ON A CHECK WILL BE RETURNED.

wPlease turn in all registrations to one of the four offices; main, lower, middle or upper…we ask that you not turn in cash or checks to your child’s teacher, please.NEW CLASSES! Keyboarding, Fashion Design, Pokemon Club, Musical Theater, Strings Chamber Orchestra DELAYED START/EARLY FINISH CLASSES: All Soccer Classes and Kickball end early at 6 weeks. ALL MONDAY CLASSES BEGIN 9/12. BE SURE AND NOTE THE DATES FOR THESE CLASSES AND MARK THEM IN YOUR CALENDAR

The Community School Fall 2016 Weekly Schedule

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Monday

Art, Stories & Song

Dance

Keyboarding 3-5

Musical Theater

Science Club

Soccer (K-1)

Yoga (Gr. 3-5)

Tuesday

Art: Paint It!

Chess Club

Choir (Laker Voices)

Lego Robotics

Soccer (Gr. 2-4)

Wednesday

Fashion Design

Golf

Guitar Ensemble

Pokemon Club

Soccer (PK4)

Thursday

Boom Squad

Coding

Judo/KIckboxing

Keyboarding PK-K

Kickball

Strings Orchestra

Yoga (Gr. K-2)

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Art: Elementary "Paint It" Tuesday 3:30-4:30 Grades 1 - 512 Weeks (Sept. 6 - Nov. 15)ES Art Room D3-6Instructor: Tracey HainsworthFee: $275Students will experience different types of paint, painting techniques and materials. We will think beyond classroom walls and explore the richness of painting on materials such as paper, wood, canvas and found/recycled objects to create interesting works of art. There are nolimits to our creativity!

Art, Stories & SongMonday 3:15-4:15 Grades PK4 - Kindergarten11 Weeks (Sept. 12 - Nov. 14)DELAYED START DATE--PLEASE NOTEES Art Room Rm. D3-6 Instructor: Tracey HainsworthFee: $260 Art, Stories & Song will provide an opportunity for students to think creatively, exploring the richness of stories, music and visual arts. Students will strengthen their abilities to create their own art with painting, drawing and collage, while deepening their understanding of the connections between literature, music and visual art. We paint, we sing, we read…

Boom SquadThursday3:30-4:30 Grades 4-1212 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Nov. 17) NOON DISMISSAL on 10/13CLASS FROM 12-1 High School Band RoomInstructor: Dave WesterskovFee: $260Want to make some noise!? Sign up tohave a blast! Students will perform atseveral football and basketball games,special events as well as for pep rallies.Students will get to beat on drums, steelcans, plastic buckets, and anything elsethat makes noise. An exclusive Boom Squad shirt is included in your class fee.

Chess ClubTuesday3:30-4:30 Grades 2 - 512 Weeks (Sept. 6 - Nov. 15)Instructor: Donna ReynoldsFee: $230No previous knowledge of chess necesssary! Each class will consist of a fun, interactive learning period, followed by supervised game play. Both beginner AND experienced players are welcome. There will be a tournament thelast weeks of class.

Laker Voices ChoirTuesday3:30-4:30 Grades 3-512 Weeks (Sept. 6 - Nov. 15)MS Choir Room 136Instructor: Tim HainsworthFee: $250The Laker Voices Choir provides a fun, lively and creative opportunity for enthusiastic students in grades 3,4 and 5 who are interested in singing and being in a choir. Students with a love of music and singing will be able to enjoy being valued members of the Laker Voices Choir, now a performing ensemble at Windermere Preparatory School.Studies will include posture, breath control, balance, phrasing, intonation, ear training, sight-reading, tone production and articulation.

Coding Club Thursday3:30 - 4:30 Grades 3 - 512 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Nov. 17) NOON DISMISSAL 10/13 CLASS FROM 12-1 Video Conference Room-Main Admin. Bldg.Instructor: Kris RogersFee: $260Students will explore how to design and program their own games and animations. Students are encouraged to collaborate and present their projects to others. Bring your iPad!

Dance“Let’s Dance!”Thursday3:30-4:30 Grades 2 - 512 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Nov. 17) NOON DISMISSAL on 10/13 CLASS FROM 12-1 HS Dance Room 328Instructor: Elida WallackFee: $300This is a fun filled class in which thestudents will learn the fundamentals ofJazz and Contemporary Dance. They willwork on developing flexibility andtechnique. A showcase at the end of thesession for parents is the highlight! Alifelong dancer, Elida was a soloist for the Miami Ballet Company for 7 years and the Fredrick Bratcher and Co. for 10 years. She has taught ballet, jazz, andcontemporary dance to students of allages Students should wear a appropriate dance clothes (leotard, dance shorts or tights) and soft dance shoes.

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Fashion DesignWednesday 2:45-3:45 Grades 3 - 612 Weeks (Sept. 7 - Nov. 16)Knowledge CenterInstructor: Nicole SharpFee: $295This course is designed to teach students who are interested in fashion design how a design is developed. It will also teach sewing skills, pattern making and illustrations sketching. Students will than learn how to transfer the pattern onto fabric and how to sew. Additionally, students will get a lesson on Fashion Illustration drawing. We will use pencils, colored pencils and experience with watercolor pencils. Besides learning how to draw different poses, students will learn how to draw faces, hair and make-up. This course is taught by Nicole Sharp. A German fashion/costume designer with a degree from FIDM in Los Angeles, CA.

GolfWednesday 2:45-3:45 Grades 1 - 512 Weeks (Sept. 7 - Nov. 16)Pick Up is in front of the Dining HallInstructor: Total Golf AdventuresFee: $300This class advances students through 5 levels that introduce the game of golf, teach swing along with rules. All equipment provided, but please send a water bottle. PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE WEATHER.

Guitar EnsembleWednesday2:45-3:45 Grades 3 - 612 Weeks (Sept. 7 - Nov. 16)HS Band RoomInstructor: Juan PenaFee: $260The Ensemble will include all performance levels (Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced). In this hour, we will have the opportunity to perform for other players and we will discuss technical aspects of the instrument, sight-reading techniques, and performance practices. This will be an interactive class that will cater to student enthusiasm. All types of musical styles will be discussed (Classical, Jazz, Flamenco, Bluegrass, Country, Alternative & Rock) with demonstration of inter-related themes. Please bring a guitar with pics.

Elementary Judo/KickboxingThursday3:30-4:30 Grades K - 512 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Nov. 17) NOON DISMISSAL on 10/13 CLASS FROM 12-1 LS Room D2-6 (LS Strings Room)Instructor: Sharon LeachFee: $250 Judo is a Japanese martial art that focuses on throws and grappling (wrestling) techniques.  We will learn Japanese command words, history and competition of the sport.  The students will compete in a mock tournament designed to showcase their newly acquired skills.  This martial art will promote self-confidence and self-discipline. A class that will feature Cardio kickboxing as well as the grappling techniques and take downs of judo.  Students will enjoy several components of Judo, Tae Kwon Do and Tang Soo Do. Uniforms are required.

Keyboarding-Little Laker KeysMonday3:30-4:30 Grades 3 - 511 Weeks (Sept. 12 - Nov. 14)DELAYED START DATE--PLEASE NOTEMS Room 136 (Mr. H's Room)Instructor: Tim HainsworthFee: $260Max 10 StudentsThis is a fun, hands on class where students can learn how to play the keyboard.Skills learned will enable students to be able to move towards being able to play the piano.Fun musical games and exercises to learn about notation, playing songs, melodies and composing music will be included. Classes will take place in a dedicated music room in the middle school using Yamaha keyboards and head phones and method books will be provided.

Keyboarding—Clever ComposersThursday3:15-4:15 Grades PK4-K12 Weeks (Sept. 9 - Nov. 17)NOON DISMISSAL on 10/13 CLASS 12-1LS Room D3-6 (Mrs. H’s Room)Instructor: Tracey HainsworthFee: $265Max 12 StudentsClever Composers will provide students an opportunity to explore the richness of music through discovery of the piano. In a group setting, students will learn songs, play musical games and strengthen their abilities to listen while creating musical stories. We will explore and deepen the understanding of the connections between music, literature, and song. We compose, we play, we discover!

KickballThursday3:30 - 4:30 Grades 2 - 5Front Artificial Turf Field (by playground)6 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Oct. 13)NOON DISMISSAL on 10/13 CLASS FROM 12-1 PLEASE NOTE SHORTENED SESSION DATESInstructor: Jonathan GriffithsFee: $125Max 20 StudentsGood old fashioned fun! Come on out for a weekly game of kickball with friends. All you need is a water bottle and sneakers on your feet! PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE WEATHER...we will cancel class if inclement weather is imminent. You will be contacted via text, phone and email. We will make up class up to the best of our ability based on the schedule of the majority.

Lego Robotics ClubTuesday3:35-4:35 Grades 2 - 612 Weeks (Sept. 6 - Nov. 15)Instructor: Matt MasemRoom D3-3 (Mr. Masem's Room)Fee: $300Max 20 StudentsBuild one of dozens of Lego MindstormsEV3 robots or design your own. Pleasebring your own Smart Device, if possible.You'll be able to move your robot allaround, solving missions, escapingmazes!

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Musical TheaterMonday3:30-4:30 Grades 3 - 511 Weeks (Sept. 12 - Nov. 14)DELAYED START DATE--PLEASE NOTEES Room D3-6Instructor: Shannon BlustFee: $280The students will learn more advanced technical & performance skills in Singing, Acting, and Dance. They will learn choreography, and staging for Broadway Musicals. They will work on a variety of major production numbers, solo material, duet material, trio material, and small group material. They will learn the art of Auditioning. The main emphasis is to have your student develop the confidence, and skill set, to go from chorus roles to leading roles.

Pokemon ClubWednesday2:45-3:45 Grades 2 - 611 Weeks (Sept. 7 - Nov. 16)NO CLASS 10/26--PLEASE NOTE!Room D3-3 (Mr. Masem's Room)Instructor: Matt MasemFee: $200Max 25 StudentsPokemon Go is all the rage and we'll spend time each week exploring what's in and around WPS. Not into Pokemon Go? Bring your DS and Pokemon games to trade and battle club members. Love the Trading Card Game? Bring cards to trade and battle club members.

Science ClubMonday3:35-4:35 Grades 2 - 511 Weeks (Sept. 12 - Nov. 14)Room D3-3 (Mr. Masem's Room)Instructors: Matt MasemFee: $285Max 20 StudentsDELAYED START DATE--PLEASE NOTECome spend an afternoon per week playing around with various fun states of matter (codeword: slime) as well as building and launching rockets and tons of other fun Science-related activities.

Soccer-Multi-AgeMonday3:15-4:15 Grades K - 1Max 14 students per class6 Weeks (Sept. 12 - Oct. 17)DELAYED START DATE--PLEASE NOTETuesday 3:30-4:30 Grades 2 - 4Max 14 students per class6 Weeks (Sept. 6 - Oct. 11)Wednesday2:20-3:00 (PK4)6 Weeks (Sept. 7 - Oct. 12)MAX 10 STUDENTSArtificial Turf Playground Fee: $125This is a class to introduce boys and girlsto the sport of soccer. The children willget a chance to learn basic skills andrules of soccer. Dribbling, passing andshooting will be introduced. It will also bean opportunity for the children to learnsportsmanship and teamwork.Please pay attention to the weather.

Strings After School OrchestraThursday3:30-4:30 Grades 4 - 712 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Nov. 17) NOON DISMISSAL 10/13 CLASS FROM 12-1 Room D2-5 (LS Strings Room)Instructor: Laura DorkotaFee: $280'After School Orchestra' will be a flexible group that will be a fun time for all! The group will meet once a week to play both classical and pop songs in an engaging atmosphere. Potential opportunities for solos and extra performances!

Yoga for KidsMonday3:30-4:30 Grades 3 - 510 Weeks (Sept. 12 - Nov. 14)NO CLASS NOV. 7THDELAYED START DATE--PLEASE NOTEHS Dance Room 328Instructor: Nancie ByrnesFee: $195

Thursday3:15-4:15 Grades K - 2 12 Weeks (Sept. 8 - Nov. 17) NOON DISMISSAL on 10/13 CLASS FROM 12-1 $225Knowledge CenterMAX 10 Students Per ClassInstructor: Nancie Byrnes

YOGA Continued:

Our LS Guidance Counselor, Nancie Byrnes, is also a fully certified Yoga instructor for both adults and children. In this coursefor kids, each interactive class will include stories, meditations, and games/activities rooted in the teachings of yoga. Every classwill be themed on positive thinking,developing strong self-esteem, and finding healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety. When children learn techniques for self-health, relaxation, and inner fulfillment, theycan navigate life's challenges with a little more ease. Yoga at an early age encourages self-esteem and body awareness with a physical activity that’s noncompetitive.Please wear shorts/t-shirt or other appropriate work-out clothing. No shoes. Bring a mat if you have it, if not, we have plenty.

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Registration FormStudent Name:_______________________________________ Teacher:_______________________________ Grade:___________ Age:___________

Parent Name(s):______________________________________________________ Email:______________________________________________________________________________

Parent Cell Number or Number at Time of Class:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Community School Class Name:__________________________________________________

Payment Method: Cash ___________ Check#___________ Staff Member? ____________

Name(s) of Person(s) Picking Child Up from Community School Classes:__________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Alternate Phone Number and Name (other than parent) for Emergency: _______________________________________________________________________________

Consent and Liability Form: Parent/Guardian Consent, Acknowledgement and Release (to be signed by parent/guardian): A. I hereby give consent for my child(ren) to participate in Community School Activiites at Windermere Preparatory School. B. I know and acknowledge the risks involved in Community School participation, understanding that injury is possible in such participation and choose to accept any and all responsibility for his/her own safety and welfare while participating in CS activities. I

release and hold harmless WPS and WPS staff/volunteers of any responsibility and liability for any injury or claim resulting from such activity and agree to take no legal action against WPS or WPS staff/volunteers because of any accident or mishap involving the Community School participation of my son/daughter.

C. I authorize emergency medical treatment for my child(ren) should the need arise for such treatment while my child(ren) is under the supervision of the Community School supervisor. I understand that if medical care is provided by a physician and/or hospital, these expenses will be my responsibility.

D. I understand if my child’s behavior is repeatedly disruptive or disrespectful, he/she will be dismissed without refund. E. I grant WPS the right to photograph, videotape, and otherwise record and use my child’s name/face in connection with publicity, advertising and promotional materials without reservation or limitations whether now or hereafter developed.

Date:______________ Signature of parent/guardian:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________